About Lora
Former NSA analyst turned two-time CISO (MoneyGram, 150M+ customers; Simmons Bank, $20B+ assets). Led security at Fastly for infrastructure handling 10% of global internet traffic. Now a LinkedIn Learning instructor and founder of Vaughn Cyber Group. Delivers actionable insights without corporate buzzwords.
Speaking Topics
For Security & Tech Professionals
- ★ Plan for Chaos: Why Most IR Plans Fail Big
- ★ Security Metrics That Matter: Proving Value to Leadership
- ● Vulnerability Management: From Chaos to Strategy
- ● Breaking Into Cybersecurity: Career Paths
For Business & General Audiences
- ★ The Spy in Your Pocket: Mobile Security for Everyone
- ★ The 5 Things That Actually Get You Hacked
- ● Cybersecurity for Small Business: Protection Without the Price Tag
- ● Nonprofit Security on a Budget: Protecting Your Mission
Credentials
- • CISO, MoneyGram (150M+ customers) & Simmons Bank ($20B+)
- • Sr. Director, Fastly (10% of internet traffic)
- • Former NSA Analyst • CISSP Certified
- • LinkedIn Learning Instructor • CISOs Connect A100 (2024, 2025)
Ideal For
- • Security & tech conferences • Corporate leadership events
- • Small business & startup summits • Chamber of Commerce
- • Nonprofit & association meetings • Civic groups
- • Women in business programs • University & career events
Logistics
Formats: Keynote, Workshop, Panel, Virtual | Duration: 30-90 min | Audiences: 25-2,500+ | Travel: US nationwide, virtual global
What Attendees Say
"Best presenter all day"
— ISC2 Security Congress 2025"Best talk so far in clarity and content value"
— ISC2 Security Congress 2024"Amazing speaker, actionable content"
— ISC2 Security Congress 2025Notable Engagements
ISC2 Security Congress WiCyS SE Cybersecurity Summit LinkedIn Learning Rapid7 UNITED
Book Lora for Your Event
loravaughn.com/contact | vaughncybergroup.com